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(based on 6 ratings)
Located in:50 States of Cheese, Wisconsin
Founded in 1885 by five dairy farmers, Chalet Cheese Cooperative continues to flourish as a cooperative, owned and operated by its 29 members. They specialize in the making of Limburger, Brick and Baby Swiss, with an emphasis on top quality and true workmanship. They are the only producers of Limburger in the United States, and their German Brick with a Limburger smear underscores their spirit for innovation.

Brick is the oldest cheese type to have originated in the USA, first created in 1875 by John Jossi, a native of Switzerland living in Lebanon, Wisconsin. Myron Olson has been crafting cheese for over 30 years and is the manager of Chalet Cheese Cooperative Brick where he makes this Wisconsin original. Flavor changes from mild and sweet, with a touch of nuttiness when young to pungent and tangy when aged. Brick is surface-ripened with a smooth, open texture. Slice for sandwiches; shred for casseroles.
  • Made from pasteurized cow's milk.
  • Photo depicts whole 5 lb. form of cheese.
  • We cut and wrap this item by the pound.
  • Please contact us if you would like to purchase the whole form.
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.8 stars
(based on 6 reviews)
83% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Flavorful(3), Smooth(3)
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre(3), Melted(3)
 
Fond childhood memories
By hbbaglady from Huntington Beach, CA on 3/15/2008
Pros:
Delicate, Flavorful, Smooth
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre, Salads, Sandwiches
Describe Yourself:
Cheese Lover
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I cannot find Brick Cheese in California. [...] I can once again enjoy this treat from my childhood. Family visiting from, or returning from Wisconsin, knew they had to return w/ this cheese. I like that before it reaches room temperature, it is a little chewy. I love Brick with wedges of fresh from the garden tomatoes.

 
NO DISTINCT TASTE
By GRANDPOP from BURLINGTON N.J. on 10/20/2007
Cons:
Bad Flavor
Best Uses:
Melted
Describe Yourself:
Frequent Diner
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

MUST BE ALMOST HEATED TO RUNNEY TO GET TASTE MIGHT BE OK FOR MACK AND CHEESE

 
discovered new treat
By Bootleg from Anchorage alaska on 10/15/2007
Pros:
Pungent, Rich
Best Uses:
Hors d'oeuvre
Describe Yourself:
Foodie
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Had never heard of brick cheese, tried it because it appeared interesting. loved it! great with wine and crackers.

 
Best that Wisconsin has to offer.
By amberjack from Mid Atlantic on 9/22/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Delicate, Flavorful, Just the finest Wisconsin, Pungent, Rich, Smooth
Best Uses:
After Dinner, anytime, Hors d'oeuvre, Melted, Salads, Sandwiches
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I have ordered this cheese many times and it is always good.

 
SUPER BIRTHDAY GIFT
By Terri the ShopperVerified Reviewer from Los Angeles, CA on 9/8/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Flavorful, Smooth
Best Uses:
After Dinner, Melted
Describe Yourself:
Simple Tastes
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Birthday gift for my "senior" husband who is quite particular about food. He enoyed your brick cheese immensely.

 
Old classic
By RobertsenVerified Reviewer from Harrisburg, PA on 6/26/2007
Pros:
Durable, Good price, Timeless
Best Uses:
dark bread and mustard
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

My grandfather always enjoyed brick with breakfast. Now, that's a bit much for first thing in the morning for me personally, but I still love this cheese with friends when we have some heifenweisen and roast beef with horseradish. Also good on hot ham and cheese.

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